Bins & Waste

Report missed collections, illegal dumping, or issues with broken, stolen, or missing bins.

Missed bin collection

If your bin was out but has not been collected by 4pm on your regular collection day, you can report a missed service.

Report missed bin collection

Broken bin

If your bin is damaged, let us know. We will repair it for free.

Report a broken bin

Missing bin

If you think one of your bins has been stolen, or your bin is missing, we can organise a replacement bin.

Report a missing bin

Illegal dumping or litter in public space

If you see waste dumped in a public place, let us know.

Report illegal dumping

Dead animal removal

Report a dead animal on the road, or on council-owned land, so we can arrange removal.

Report a dead animal

Note we do not remove dead animals from private property. Contact your local vet for assistance if needed.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.